Aviation accident NYC06LA066

1 fatal · Piper PA-28-181 · 2006-01-31 · Henderson, WV, USA

Event

NTSB number: NYC06LA066
Event ID: 20060206X00167
Type: Accident
Date: 2006-01-31
Location: Henderson, WV, USA
Coordinates: 38.797779, -82.074165

Injuries

Highest injury: FATL
Fatal: 1
Serious: 0
Minor: 0
Uninjured: 0
Total aboard: 1

Aircraft

Make: Piper
Model: PA-28-181
Registration: N8335Y
FAR Part: 091
Engines: 1
Damage: SUBS

Conditions

Light: —
Weather: VMC

Probable cause

The pilot's improper decision to attempt the off-airport takeoff; and his improper decision to continue the takeoff after striking a pole during the takeoff roll.

Source

Authoritative: NTSB CAROL
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